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Our Mental Health Support Worker Course supplies the full range of knowledge and training needed to support vulnerable individuals in today’s society. Those with life-affecting neurological conditions require help to retain a good quality of life, perhaps now more than ever, and you can help them tackle the worst aspects of their disorders. The UK needs trained and motivated individuals to take on this challenge, and this expertly written tutorial will satisfy a significant part of that education.
Once enrolled, you will be given access to a wealth of information, provided by industry experts, that will heighten your understanding of the many Mental Health and psychiatric disorders that exist. You will be given reliable tuition on dealing with individuals of all ages that have anxiety, schizophrenia, eating disorders, sleeping problems, self-harming issues, and much more. Additionally, you will be taught about the medication and therapy widely available for treatment and other essential advice.
The Mental Health Support Worker Course delivers the maximum amount of information available in carefully compiled modules. Each module provides interactive learning methods and empowers quick learning routines at your convenience. The course has been expertly designed to allow a greater understanding of Mental Health, and the techniques that Support Workers can use to assist those in need.
Please note: This course only gives you the theoretical knowledge that you need to excel in this field. This Mental Health Support Worker doesn’t entitle you to practise as a expert in this specific field.
Why choose this Mental Health Support Worker Course?
Earn a digital Certificate upon successful completion.
Accessible, informative modules taught by expert instructors
Study in your own time, at your own pace, through your computer tablet or mobile device
Benefit from instant feedback through mock exams and multiple-choice assessments
Get 24/7 help or advice from our email and live chat teams
Full tutor support on weekdays
Course Design
The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace. You are taught through a combination of
Video lessons
Online study materials
Mock exams
Multiple-choice assessment
Certificate of Achievement
Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme
Once the course has been completed and the assessment has been passed, all students are entitled to receive an endorsed certificate. This will provide proof that you have completed your training objectives, and each endorsed certificate can be ordered and delivered to your address for only £99. Please note that overseas students may be charged an additional £10 for postage.
CPD Certificate from Janets
Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to obtain your course completion e-certificate. Print copy by post is also available at an additional cost of £9.99 and PDF Certificate at £4.99.
Endorsement
This course and/or training programme has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.
Method of Assessment
To successfully complete the course, students will have to take an automated multiple-choice exam. This exam will be online and you will need to score 60% or above to pass the course. After successfully passing the exam, you will be able to apply for Quality Licence Scheme endorsed certificate of achievement.
To verify your enhanced skills in the subject, we recommend that you also complete the assignment questions. These can be completed at any time which is convenient for yourself and will be assessed by our in-house specialised tutors. Full feedback will then be given on your current performance, along with any further advice or support.
Who is this course for?
This course aims at those who work in the UK Healthcare or Welfare system and are training to provide support for those who are likely to possess Mental Health disorders.
Career Path
The training that the Mental Health Support Worker Course delivers will be of great benefit to those working in customer-facing roles in Healthcare and Welfare systems. This would be most appropriate for careers and roles such as:
Mental Health Support Worker
Social Worker
Community Psychiatric Nurse
Mental Health Assessor
Healthcare expert
Mental Health Practitioner
Course Contents
Module 01: Introduction to Mental Health
Module 02: Overview of Mental Health Support Worker
Module 03: Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatric Disorders
Module 04: Stress and Anxiety Disorders
Module 05: Schizophrenia
Module 06: Personality Disorders
Module 07: Mood Disorders
Module 08: Eating & Sleeping Disorders
Module 09: Self-Harm and Suicide
Module 10: Medication and Therapy in the Treatment of Mental Illness
Module 11: Mental Health Legislation and Services
Module 12: Community Mental Health Teams (CMHTs)
Module 13: The Participation of the Service User